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1950: An Older Man in a Swimsuit Wades in the Ocean Braving Tall Waves

1950: An Older Man in a Swimsuit Wades in the Ocean Braving Tall Waves

  • Year1950
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationFlorida, United States
  • Duration5s
  • Price$178 USD
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An Older Man in a Swimsuit Wades in the Ocean Braving... — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1950 captures an older man in a swimsuit wading into the ocean, braving powerful waves under a bright blue sky. The footage showcases a classic Florida vacation scene with the man navigating the surf near the horizon, embodying courage and leisure. This authentic archival film offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century American beach culture, with natural sunlight, white foam, and the endless ocean creating a timeless moment of exploration and freedom. Ideal for historical documentaries, retro lifestyle content, and nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
5s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
68188317

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1566 · 8mm · 7″ reel
Reel-level year note
1950
Reel-level location note
florida
Date
1950 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Florida, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence
Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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